A guide through the maze of employment rights
[Updated 24/03/26]
Are you a manager or an employee, looking to clarify the rights of either managers or staff? Well, Key HR Facts – Employment Law will help to clarify matters and avoid the need to trawl through the internet for an answer.
- Key HR Facts – Employment Law is free and easy to use;
- Unlike a bookcase stuffed with volumes, Key HR Facts – employment law is kept simple but informative to help you to make a decision and see the way forward;
- It is arranged by topics for ease of use;
- Gives current rates of statutory pay and compensation;
- Offers tips and information often overlooked by both managers and staff;
To see the topics covered, look for the menu at the top of this page and click on ‘index of topics‘. A list of topics will appear – click on a topic which you wish to see.

The pay and compensation rates shown are applicable from 6th April 2025 or another date as stated in the relevant heading. Rates for the previous year are shown in brackets. ~~
From 6th April 2025, a cap of £719 per week on an individual’s pay applies when calculating some awards.
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